San Marino Uncovered: Walk the World's Oldest Republic

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Do you know what the oldest republic in the world is? Take a big step into one of Europe’s smallest countries. A glimpse of the wonders awaits you at the gate of Porta San Francesco. Wander the streets of the beautiful city and discover its old buildings. Hear the city legends and be impressed with the views from the towers. You will engage with the architecture of the Palazzo Pubblico, a historical square. The Cava de Balestrieri and Basilica of San Marino are a walking distance away and both evoke a medieval and holy presence. Step onto the peaks of San Marino, on the peaks are 2 of the 3 towers that guard the city. Our professional guide will put you in the shoes of the battles that took place here. Guaita and Falesia are as old as the republic with many more tales to tell.

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Ages 18 or above
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Children

0

Things To Know

  • Professional Guide
  • Possible entrance fees
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Porta San Francesco is a city gate of San Marino. Here you will discover an impressive and worth-seeing building with the old medieval walls, warning inscriptions about severe penalties for the import of weapons, coats-of-arms of San Marino and the Feltresca family, and many other historic sights!

La Saponeria Del Titano

It is a lively and dynamic San Marino square with great architecture and many attractions. Here you will find many little cafés, souvenir shops, and interesting architectural details, such as balconies, pilasters, palace-like buildings, and also a truly magnificent entranceway!

Palazzo Pubblico

Public Palace is a San Marino City Hall and the official government building for state meetings. Here you will find the magnificent neo-renaissance style palace, a mesmerizing architecture, medieval symbols, ceremonial halls, splendid rooms, and the art of acclaimed Italian artists!

Cava dei Balestrieri

Crossbowmen’s Quarry is an ancient place rich in history and traditions, and it also serves as a home for many traditional festivities such as flag-waving or crossbow demonstrations. While visiting, you will learn why the crossbow has always been a significant part of San Marino’s history, and there is also a chance to see how crossbowmen practice their art!

The Basilica of San Marino is the main church of this beautiful city. In this magnificent neo-classic building, you will discover impressive architecture, six altars, symbolic paintings, a majestic bell tower, the main altar which houses the urn with the bones of the Saint, the Throne of the Regents, and the monument with the top portion of Saint Marinus’ skull.

Guaita

It's the most famous and oldest tower in San Marino. While visiting, you will discover a unique museum with the Chapel of Santa Barbara, the Bell Tower, and the Pen Tower; moreover, you will also find the stone path called ‘Witches’ and the breathtaking views that can be seen from the top of the tower!

The Falesia Tower is the second of the three towers in San Marino. Here you will find the Museum of Ancient Arms, and once inside, you will be able to discover the collection of about 2000 weapons, swords, and various types of guns while some of them are about 500 years old!


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • At the main entrance of Gate of Saint Francis

End Points

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required


Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 7 reviews

What do other 7 guests say about San Marino Uncovered: Walk the World's Oldest Republic

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barbaracC435UJ
5
Dec 2023
Vista spettacolare, prezzi scontati su profumi sigarette. Belle vetrine natalizie, le bancarelle e i mercatini, bello il castello, bellissima la Chiesa. Posto da visitare e girare a piedi x una giornata all'aria aperta.
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mariarosab382
5
Sep 2023
Percorso in salita ma vista spettacolare, non si sa cosa fotografare prima . Quando sei vicino alle torri il panorama è qualcosa di indescrivibile . Si respira la storia in questa Repubblica antichissima. Lungo il percorso trovi negozi di qualsiasi genere e , poichè è un porto franco ,non paghi ...
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annacN1242HJ
5
Aug 2023
Parcheggio a piani munito di ascensore. Strade pulite e tanta cordialità. L'antico e moderno che si affiancano senza scontrarsi. 3 musei, le torri, la basilica e le piazze. Molti negozi di souvenir, panorami mozzafiato e la funivia. Munirsi di scarpe comode perché le vie sono ripidi. Da mangiare...

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All prices are shown in USD

Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things to know

Included
  • Professional Guide
Not Included
  • Possible entrance fees
Additional Information
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels